BSc (Hons) Building Surveying at University of Portsmouth

Be at the heart of decision-making in construction projects that could transform the built environment or contribute to a more sustainable world. Our foundation course in Engineering and Technology with Foundation Year is designed to develop the vital underpinning skills in maths, science and technology needed for studying at degree level. From this course you can progress onto a variety of degrees including computing, engineering, mathematic and physics.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Law, Economics and Accounting in The Built Environment; Measurement, Value and Building Safety Fundamentals; Professional and Digital Skills for Surveying and Real Estate; Sustainable Building Futures; Procurement and Pre-Contract Practice; Introduction to Project Management Principles; Planning Procedures and Practice; Applied BIM; Building Surveying - Professional Skills and Applied Project; Heritage Property.

Career pathways

90% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation and 95% are working in highly skilled roles in areas of architecture, surveying, construction, engineering and management. What's more, graduates from all our building courses are earning an average salary of £27,000 after 15 months, and £38,500 after 5 years .

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